Posts By Mark Pavilons
King’s improved Community Calendar open to submissions from the public
King Township has launched a one-stop-shop to find out information on what’s going on in the community with an enhanced Community Calendar at www.king.ca.The Community ...
Counter top marvels by Instant Pot
Our kitchens have become more than simply our food prep areas. They are our sanctuaries, our family gathering spots. This is where magic happens. Current kitchens have become larger, more elaborate and more functional. Consumers are seeking convenience, ease and efficiency when it comes to counter top appliances. Two particular items have become a modern necessity, thanks to technological improvements and cutting-edge design.
‘Feel-good’ spending starting to take place
Citizens are starting to “break free” and are letting loose with the easing of restrictions. It seems we’ve beaten back the COVID enemy and life is unfolding as it should. Experts warn that we’re not totally out of the woods, and things won’t be “normal” until we enter stage 3. But the change is undeniable and so are the smiles.
Tonkiel invited to international event in Florence
King Township artist Grazyna Tonkiel has been selected and invited to participate in one of the most prestigious international art events, The International Biennale of ...
Funding supports crops research centre
Both the federal and provincial governments are supporting innovation in agri-food, by boosting the efforts of a King-based research facility. The governments are pitching in $150,000 to help drive new research at the Ontario Crops Research Centre. Details of the plan were delivered by Caroline Mulroney, MPP for York-Simcoe, and Ontario’s Minister for Transportation and for Francophone Affairs, and Helena Jaczek, Member of Parliament for Markham-Stouffville.
YRDSB passes $1.5-billion budget for 2021-22 school year
York Region District School Board approved a balanced 2021-22 budget of $1,591,532,900 as recovery from the global COVID19 pandemic continues.“Thank you to all our community ...
Bylaw enacted for large-scale events
Some new rules are coming into effect for large gatherings on private property in King. Council approved staff recommendations for a bylaw to regulae large-scale events. Special events on private property involve consultation with York Regional Police and emergency services, to ensure safety, traffic control, etc. The bylaw also contains stronger enforcement tools, including fines.
Homeowners are more concerned with the quality of their indoor air, the air families breathe. There are many models of home air purifiers on the market today, and a new arrival has upped the ante. Instant Air Purifier is a sleek, modern, floor model that does way more than its small stature would imply. From Instant Brands, the makers of the famous cooker Instant Pot, this air purifier offers comfort at the touch of button. One of the best features of this model is that you “set it and forget it.”
King urges conservation to lower water bills
In order to reduce pressure on water bills, King Township is encouraging home and business owners to practice water conservation.Warm temperatures, coupled with a lack ...
Home ownership dreams are fading
For previous generations, keeping a roof over one’s head was a priority. For our parents, owning a home, and perhaps a bit of property, was their dream. Many accomplished it with blood, sweat and tears. In the 1960s and ‘70s, real estate was still pretty reasonable as were the interest rates. Thirty-year amortization and low-interest mortgages were fairly easy to come by.
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